Sturm Graz starts its European Cup adventure again in Klagenfurt, as the Merkur-Arena does not meet UEFA standards. As the champion of the ADMIRAL Bundesliga, SK Sturm Graz has qualified for the Champions League playoff. The Blackies are once again forced to move to Klagenfurt. The Merkur-Arena in Graz-Liebenau does not meet UEFA regulations to serve as a venue for the Champions League. A UEFA rule also states that home games in the playoff must take place in the same stadium where the league phase games are held. Therefore, a possible league phase in the Champions League would also take place at the Wörthersee Stadium. First, however, SK Sturm Graz must overcome the playoff. The draw will take place on August 4. The Graz team is guaranteed to be represented in a European league phase: if the Austrian champion fails in the playoff, they will continue in the Europa League league phase. In contrast to the Champions League, the games in the Europa League may actually take place in Graz-Liebenau, a special permit from UEFA could be possible, similar to the 2021/22, 2022/23 and 2023/24 seasons. The fans of SK Sturm Graz are hoping for a successful season in the Champions League. The team is coached by Christian Ilzer and has proven itself to be one of the best teams in the ADMIRAL Bundesliga in the previous season. The Blackies have a strong offense and a solid defense, making them a serious opponent in the Champions League. The team's goalkeeper, Tobias Schützenauer, is considered one of the best in the league. The Blackies' striker, Kelvin Yeboah, has scored several important goals in the past season.